At epidemiological week No. 17, the Epidemiological Surveillance System reported a total of 1,146 cases of dengue throughout the department.
The municipalities of Yopal and Paz de Ariporo are in a type II outbreak situation, that is, at least in the last 6 consecutive weeks, the notification of cases is above the upper limit; and, Hato Corozal, Támara, Nunchía, Aguazul and Tauramena are in type I outbreak, that is, at least in three of the last five weeks they are above the upper limit.
The governor of Casanare César Ortíz Zorro declared a health emergency through Decree 122 of May 3, 2024, which will allow public health authorities to take exceptional and rapid measures to contain the spread of dengue and the circulation of the mosquito that transmits this disease. disease.
The Casanare Health Secretariat makes a vehement call to the community in general, municipal authorities, presidents of community action boards, directors, social organizations, presidents of public and private organizations and institutions of the department, to carry out individual prevention actions , which allow controlling and mitigating the transmission of this disease in the department.
In addition, it reiterates and maintains the recommendations of the Ministry of Health and Social Protection aimed at the community, including:
• Cover containers with water, eliminate garbage accumulated in patios and outdoor areas, dispose of tires or storage in closed places.
• Frequently change the water in animal water bowls and flower vases.
• Use repellents on uncovered areas of the body
• Wear appropriate clothing, long-sleeved shirts and long pants.
• Use mosquito nets or canopies on beds, especially when there are sick patients to prevent them from infecting new mosquitoes or in places where children sleep.
• Wash and brush tanks and pools
• Puncture the tires located in playgrounds that may contain stagnant water during rain events.
• Fill disused septic tanks, drains and abandoned latrines with earth.
• Collect garbage and solid waste on vacant properties and lots, keep the yard clean and participate in community garbage collection days with community and intersectoral activities.
Source: Casanare Governorate